CHANDIGARH: Pursuant to the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Government of Punjab has decided to absorb 2,437 apprentice trainees as Assistant Linemen (ALMs) in Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL). The announcement was made today by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema while addressing a press conference at Punjab Bhawan.
The decision addresses a long-standing demand of apprentice trainees and reflects the Bhagwant Mann Government’s commitment to employment generation and youth welfare. The Chief Minister has adopted a mission-mode approach to create employment opportunities across departments.
Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said, “The Board of Directors of PSPCL, acting upon the advice of the Advocate General, Punjab, has accorded approval for the absorption of 2,437 apprentice trainees as Assistant Linemen (ALMs). The trainees are presently undergoing apprenticeship training in the Lineman Trade in PSPCL and Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL).”
The cabinet minister stated, “PSPCL will conduct the mandatory Punjabi language examination for the said trainees as a one-time relaxation. The examination schedule will be notified in due course on the official website of PSPCL, following which the process of absorption will be taken forward.”
Emphasising the Punjab Government’s employment efforts, Harpal Singh Cheema added, “CM Bhagwant Singh Mann is of the firm view that providing employment to the youth is essential for channeling their energy towards constructive nation-building and safeguarding them from social evils. As a result of the sustained efforts of the government, a total of 9,627 recruitments have been made in PSPCL and PSTCL since April 2022.”
Providing further details, he said, “Of the total 9,627 recruitments, 8,048 were made through direct recruitment and 1,579 on compassionate grounds. Earlier this year, appointment letters were handed over by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann to 570 candidates belonging to various categories. The recruitment process for approximately 3,000 additional posts is presently underway and is likely to be completed by November 2026.”
